Nebraska is one of 17 states that requires drug possessors to pay taxes on their illegal drugs. In essence, the drug tax stamp is a way for prosecutors to increase the number of charges against you. Dealers handling controlled...
Read MoreSoon, Nebraska will be the 26th state in the U.S. to allow the constitutional carry of a firearm. As a result, Nebraska law created a right to carry a concealed firearm without governmental interference. The law removes previous conditions,...
Read MoreWhat is a No Contact Order in Nebraska? For the average person, being arrested and charged with a crime for the first time is a fairly frightening event. Along with worrying about the ultimate outcome of your case, you...
Read MoreIf you face a strangulation charge, you should consider an experienced criminal defense attorney to defend you. Strangulation is a serious felony charge in Nebraska. It carries a harsher penalty than other kinds of domestic assault, which are misdemeanor...
Read MoreA theft by deception charge falls under the broader category of theft crimes in the Nebraska statutes. In short, theft by deception means taking the property of another by using false words or actions. The offense has other aspects...
Read MoreYou’ve heard of the crimes of murder and manslaughter. Perhaps you know that they refer to criminal charges against someone for another person’s death, but you don’t understand the difference between them. Under Nebraska law, whether the accused will...
Read MoreAll states regulate the manufacture, control, and distribution of controlled dangerous substances (CDS). However, each state maintains its definition of what qualifies as a CDS. Understanding Nebraska’s drug possession with intent to sell charge is critical to developing a...
Read MoreUnder Nebraska law, it is illegal to operate or be in the “actual physical control” of a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The blood alcohol limit for a driver is .08%. A DUI charge...
Read MoreA domestic violence arrest raises numerous questions for both the person under arrest and the alleged victim. No question is inappropriate if you have domestic violence charges; however, you need to make sure that you ask the right person...
Read MoreIf you face a white-collar crime, a lot is at stake, including your freedom, livelihood, and reputation. Many white-collar crimes can be charged on the state or federal level, and understanding where yours lies can be confusing. If you...
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